Acute compartment syndrome following cardiovascular surgery: a rare and catastrophic complication highlighting the importance of early detection and intervention

Abstract Background Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) is a critical condition resulting from increased intra-compartmental pressure, causing tissue ischemia and necrosis. ACS following cardiovascular surgery is rare but catastrophic. Postoperative sedation and analgesia often obscure classic symptoms...

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Main Authors: Xianwen Hu, Youjun Pan, Zhiru Che, Yingya Cao, Xiaogan Jiang, Qiancheng Xu, Weihua Lu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-025-04970-8
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